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The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group is proud to announce its strategic partnership with the Worldhotels to strengthen their sales and marketing reach globally for their metropolitan properties — The Lalit New Delhi, The Lalit Mumbai, The Lalit Ashok Bengaluru and The Lalit Great Eastern Kolkata.

With presence in over 11 key destinations in India offering the finest of hotels, palaces and resorts – The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group is focusing to tap the international market and with this alliance we are extending our reach to international destinations. Worldhotels is a global brand that brings together some of the world’s most unique and independent hotels and considering The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group is India’s largest privately-owned hotel chain, Worldhotels became our priority over others.

“The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group personifies Indian tradition, cuisine, art and culture in all its luxury hotels, palaces and resorts. After strengthening our presence in the domestic market, we decided to intensify our focus on the international market,” says Keshav Suri, Executive Director, The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group.

Our immediate attention was caught by the extensive portfolio of Worldhotels, which now offers 450 hotels in 250 destinations and 65 countries worldwide. With 45 years of excellence in the industry, the company’s mission is to provide access to 5 star deluxe luxury hotels of character and distinction. Guests can also earn points with the group’s loyalty programme, Worldhotels Peakpoints, and redeem them for hotel stays, international and domestic airline miles.

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If you stay in Delhi, you might have spotted a red coloured food truck with white and yellow stripes that renders it the look of 70’s flower power zooming at full speed in the streets. That is The Lalit Food Truck. Albeit, the street food has always been an integral part of India’s culinary experience that serves a smorgasbord of preparations and meals that have always satiated the palate. Additionally, they have never been heavy on the wallet.

In order to give a new dimension to India’s rich and vast street food, Keshav Suri, the youngest Director at The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group came up with the idea of The Lalit Food Truck. His globetrotting experiences made him see this as an opportunity to fulfill street food cravings. Hence, materialized India’s answer to the world’s EAT STREET. He is the driving force to bring the US culture of Eat Street to India with a twist to complement India’s changing eating habits and mannerisms.

The Lalit Food Truck with its breezy appearance, modish kitchen that sizzles and glows, and jaunty staff that serve Tex-Mex tidbits with handpicked ingredients and cooking expertise are sure to send your taste buds on a sapid ride. The menu encompasses a whole range of Mexican food ranging from crunchy and zesty tacos to juicy and flavor some tortilla wraps. However, if your palate fancies something that is not Mexican then the burgers, the hand cut fries and the falafels come to the rescue. After a long day of work, the sweet and sugary Churros will seize the lassitude out of you.

If you are wondering that all these savories would cause a burn in your pocket, then you are wrong. The only burn that it’ll ever cause is in your friend’s gustatory cells when you tell him about your experience here. Ishita, a college student who recently visited The Lalit Food Truck says, ”They say Good Food makes Good Mood. Every time, I have visited the truck, I have been struck in a good way. The service is prompt and the food too is great.”

After the initial success of the Food Truck in Delhi, we launched another Food Truck in Bangalore. Jalapeno omelette sandwich, fiery vegetable chimichanga and Chicken Quesadilla are the new Mexican mouthwatering entries to this menu. You may cheat your diet and get spoiled by the Chocolate Brownie ice cream. We assure you, it’ll be worth it. With the same distinct style and the same taste, the food truck is bound to do well. In the future, more red coloured food trucks with the same hippie vibe could be seen running in other cities too.

George Bernard Shaw said,”There’s no sincerer love than the love of food” and when that food is prepared with utmost sincerity and love and is brought to a street near you, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t be feasting on that. Now you know why, give it a try!

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Nothing qualifies as a better documentation of good times than a weekend spent in bliss.

With Independence Day around the corner, we urge you to mix pleasure with a pinch of patriotism.

One cannot think well, love well, sleep well or even celebrate well if one hasn’t dined well. Take a cue from that and walk into The Lalit Ashok Bangalore where a feast of epic proportions awaits you this weekend. Strap on the old feedbag as the masterchef whips up a host of delicacies, handpicked from all over India. Enjoy the live music and get buzzed with Indian pride as you go on a gourmet trip round the country.

A tryst with des-tea-ny more like your thing? For those wanting to indulge in a single act of patriotism, we first recommend a tryst at the Tea Lounge at The Lalit Great Eastern Kolkata. This pre-independence era property has hosted some of the greatest leaders of our freedom struggle, including the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. Loose leaf teas sourced from the choicest tea gardens turn into sunset-hued cups of perfection. Add a side of creamy scones to the scene and relive an era of grandeur and quiet sophistication. Considering the eclectic bhadralok clientele of this place, don’t be surprised if you come back with an anecdote or two!

If a sweet staycation is on your mind, forget the crowded beachfronts and book yourself a languid seacation at The Lalit Golf Resort & Spa Goa. In addition to a refreshing landscape and more importantly, solitude, this luxurious property allows you an opportunity to brush up your punting skills at the sprawling golf course it is home to. And as you sip on sweet coconut water, while staring into the sea, you can take your pick of which Goan beach to spend the rest of the day on. All the luxuries and a little sand between our toes? Sign us up!

An equally enchanting experience can be found at The Lalit Resort & Spa Bekal. Located in the middle of the lush oasis that Kerala is, sunbathe, sail or sleep in – it’s so quaint and charming, you will forget it’s a total bargain. Thank you off-season!

If you are in the capital and unable to escape the traffic snarls (we do empathize) and parking woes, check into The Lalit New Delhi and watch The Tricolour unfurl gloriously, while being cocooned in the comfort of your room. An indulgent stay at The Lalit Legacy Suite comes with round the clock butler service and access to Rejuve – The Spa in case you crave a deep tissue massage.

This Independence Day, the freedom to choose luxury is in your hand. Visit www.thelalit.com and pick your destination.

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For years it has been the heart and addiction of Bangalore, and has left others wanting.

But, Chandigarh need not wait anymore. OKO is finally here and will heighten your senses with its spread of supreme Pan Asian Cuisine.

There is no better place in India to savor the delicacies of Asian cuisine than OKO. Miele Guide ’13 made that declaration official by placing OKO amongst the top 500 Restaurants in Asia!

The essence of food at OKO is detailed and authentic and the cuisines are varied. From the extremely popular sushi to the delicious tempura, the entire Asian platter is in front of you with Japanese, Chinese, Thai and Vietnamese options.

But wait, there is more!

OKO has a sexy neighbor too. She is a diva and will blow your mind!. Yes, we are talking about Kitty Su, as she makes a grand entrance in Chandigarh too.

It is a deadly combination. The supreme fine dining at OKO, amalgamated with the sparkling coolness of Kitty Su.

Baluchi brings the taste of India to you. You no longer have to travel north, south, east or west of the country to try out the appetizing specialties that represent the varied tastes our great country has to offer. You can have all the authentic cuisines right here in Chandigarh.

And, how can we not mention the Naanery? Our innovation, our creation, a statement in itself. The traditional iron tandoor that brings out the fresh flavours of breads like no other tandoor.

Baluchi represents the entire rainbow of Indian flavors. Thus, even our welcome drink comes with a desi twist. It is time indulge you with our special Somras. Don’t forget to sip on it as you are seated at your table.

And, if this remarkable combination of food and drinks overlooks a serene and spectacular view of a thick bed of green forest? Surely, it is heaven!

If all this eating leaves you exhausted, then Rejuve – The Spa is here to revitalize your senses. Those relaxing massages and tantalizing therapies, nothing soothes a tired body like Rejuve.

So Chandigarh, it is time to get up, and head to us because this combination of food and therapies will satiate you.

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Sultry, scintillating, spiritual, serene south India! I found this hidden gem of a place in Kerala; and on the drive to the hotel – The Lalit Resort & Spa Bekal (in case you’re curious), I realized what a different world it was!

India is a bit of a split personality, I feel. North India has its distinct culture, Mughal monuments and relics of the British Raj. The Dravidian south, on the other hand, is where the colonial powers had only a passing influence. People have darker complexions and speak the lilting, rhythmic languages of the south. Signboards use curling Tamil, Malayalam or Telugu script in place of the neat linear Sanskrit or Devnagari. In the cuisine, a variety of vegetables displace meat, and coconut milk and tamarind creep in as essential cooking ingredients; they even have a separate genre of music!

Southern India covers a rich geographic region that includes the entire Indian Peninsula. It consists of the four Indian states – Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu, in addition to the union territories of Lakshadweep, Pondicherry and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.

Right from the iconic Charminar of Hyderabad, the imposing palaces of Mysore to the pristine Beaches of Kerala, and lush plantations of tea and coffee of Conoor – I was spoilt for choice! Ever floated on a cloud before? Spend a few days on a houseboat on the idyllic backwaters, and you’ll know what I mean. The Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is an ornithologist’s paradise; and the confluence of the three seas at Kanya Kumari is a sight to behold! As if that wasn’t enough, nature to history, there are the impressively carved ancient South Indian Temples that dot every kilometer; not mention the ruins of Hampi.

If you do plan to visit, be prepared. Here even time stops for a breather! I think I will too… till Christmas! Ciao

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Gulliver’s made a name for himself by sailing the high seas. Wonder what he would have thought of India – a land that is a kaleidoscope of many!

The road less travelled is the road I want to travel. And so I set forth to find roads less travelled in India.

Moving eastwards, like the rest of India, here too I found a cornucopia of sights and sounds. Gently undulating tea plantations give way to bustling cities, fertile plains and the majestic Himalayas. Here, there is Chilka – the largest salt-water lake in the world with its myriad bird population in their natural habitat; as well as the one-horned rhino in the protected environs of Wildlife Sanctuaries of Assam.

You’d find the throbbing, jostling crowd at one of India’s most famous temples at Puri; and the peaceful serenity of a far-off mountain monastery in Sikkim. And, amidst all this, history and heritage, culture and cuisine, rosogolla and revolution come together in a melting pot in Charnock’s city! MENTAL NOTE: stop here, sometime.

I discovered the mighty Kanchenjunga from new perspectives from Darjeeling and Sikkim. In case you didn’t know, it’s the third highest mountain in the world and the highest in India. And no, I didn’t climb it; I just saw different views of it 😉

The northeast is home to over 200 tribes and their cultures. However, a word of advice. If you are going to be adventurous and take the roads less travelled, get a guide. My little secret? I let the trusted The Lalit Hotels concierge service organize the experience for me!

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Hmm, the sun NEVER feels so good, as it does now. Its warmth is pleasant, as nature bids farewell to monochrome and enters the season of countless hues.

Goodbye winter, welcome spring.

Spring does come with its dose of ‘spring fever.’ And nothing welcomes this season with more feverish celebrations than the Indian Festival of Colours- Holi! For those uninitiated, everyone and everything around turns into countless hues of the rainbow! From Rangpanchami in Maharashtra to Lathimaar Holi in Uttar Pradesh, the festival itself takes on different tints is the various states of the country.

Pssst, between you and me, there’s no other festival that people look forward to with such zeal! Holi is THE official, universal excuse to play with colours and splash water at each other, and well, generally get messy. Believe it, this is one time it is normal for you to spoil your clothes, colour your hair, or have paint your face! 😉

Let the shades of spring sweep you away and let loose the child within! March 2015, from 5th to 8th, celebrate in our hospitable environment. As India explodes in a kaleidoscope of colours, make the most of our stay packages at The Lalit properties.

Colour has always been an intrinsic part of Rajasthan, and Holi is no different. True to the tradition of Rajasthani royalty, The Lalit Jaipur brings alive the heritage of Holi festivities with the auspicious Dhulandi Puja at the Central Courtyard. Enjoy the whirls and twirls of special folk dances of Kacchi Ghodi, Kalbelia, Ghoomar and Chari; before getting caught up in the exuberant celebrations of Holi.

If you haven’t planned that Rajasthan trip yet, do it NOW with our Carnival of colour package for a truly amazing Holi experience. Come, the Pink City beckons!

If bhang’s not your thing, and nature is your intoxication, then this one is for you (though we recommend you to try our Holi special bhang thandai too)!

How about spending a canoeing or a kayaking Holi? Colour your Holi-day weekend with the hues of nature at The Lalit Spa and Resort Bekal. Our Holi Hideout Package entitles you to a host of adrenaline boosting activities like fishing, nature walk and foot reflexology sessions in addition to the gulal, gujiyas and gaiety!

Looking for a wholly different Holi this year? Celebrate with the candid colours of exotica at The Lalit Temple View Khajuraho. Enjoy the iridescent colours of our Holi Hungama package with traditional welcome tikka and aarti, puppet show and a scintillating sound and light programme on the evening of March 5, 2015; and of course, grand Holi celebrations the following day.

How could we forget Goa? One of India’s most sought after destinations, Goa has a Bacchanalian personality. Carefree and carnival-esque has always been associated with this seaside paradise. However, Holi brings out another side of Goa– colour, carnival and communities come together to be celebrated as Shigmotsav.

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Romantic at heart that I am, I gave up a lucrative job to go roaming the world. Always harboured this fantasy, but a couple of months ago, I mustered the courage to journey like Columbus. I called it quits at office; gathered my savings, wits, and passport, and I was ready to zip, zap, zoom!

Vague images began to swim in by head. Exotic tales of love, valour and famed hospitality, festivals of colour and light, mystic images of snake charmers and elephants, art and craftsmanship, faith and spirituality, forts and modern cities, cars and camels…

It became clearer to me. I was headed to India! Incredible India, waiting to be explored.

My sojourn begins, and I promise to take you along on my discovery of India- the highs and the lows, the journey to places that mesmerize, what I liked and disliked, and above all, breathe life into experiences that make memories.

So, get set and tighten your seat belts, for a roller coaster ride it promises to be!!

Yes, it is that time of the year when Cupid plays havoc; and the entire world– from Tokyo to Timbuktu turns into a whole big, mushy Carnival.

The holiday’s roots lie in the ancient Roman festival of Lupercalia- a feast for fertility commemorated on February 15. It was Christian Pope Gelasius I who recast this pagan festival on February 14 as St. Valentine’s Day. Other stories extol the virtues of a priest who attracted the disfavor of Roman emperor Claudius II and was put to death. In a most ironic twist of fate, the story of St. Valentine is one not based on passionate or physical love, Eros (incidentally, he’s Cupid) but on agape (Christian love). St. Valentine was martyred for refusing to renounce his religion. Geoffrey Chaucer linked St. Valentine’s Day with romance in one of his poems:

“For this was on St. Valentine’s Day,

When every fowl cometh there to choose his mate.”

Let us not ramble on with the history. The bottom line is today Valentine’s Day has evolved from a day honoring a Saint to a day that celebrates love. Weather you like it or not, Valentine’s Day takes over as any festival.

By the way, fun fact, the Italian city of Verona, where Shakespeare’s lovers Romeo and Juliet lived, receives about 1,000 letters addressed to Juliet every Valentine’s Day? Phew, that’s a lot of letters to write by hand; thank god for emails and SMS!

Some people are funny about Valentine’s Day. They say it’s commercial and silly and propaganda, that you don’t need one day to show that you care etc. But there’s no taking away from the fact all this Valentine Day schmoodle lets you do one thing- to show the person you love that you think about more than any other. So in our busy calendar, there is this is one silly little day where you can make a fuss of someone who just makes your world that little bit better; acknowledge how much you appreciate having her/ him in your life. What’s so wrong with that propaganda on your agenda?

If you’re single with no strings attached, all this mushy mushy stuff does suck a bit, doesn’t it? Not anymore! Valentine isn’t restricted to the “mysterious” one. Grab your friends; get some great food and go out dancing– get set to paint the town red!! It is the theme colour anyways! Enjoy the chocolates, champagne, cheese and crackers. Have fun- it is meant for everyone!

For those bonded in holy matrimony, there’s really nothing wrong with keeping that spark of romance alive in your marriage. So why not show your partner that they’re still the stuff your dreams are made of?

Yup, it takes two to tango… but some practice to get the perfect arrangements in place. And yes, we’ve done it for you. So that Your Valentine woos don’t become Valentine woes! So for all the besotted, beloved or even the bereft, The Lalit presents a host of ‘wow’ Valentine options across all our properties. Take a peek and start planning…

Who wouldn’t want a romantic staycation in the same city? The Lalit New Delhi offers stay packages to suit every taste and wallet. Serenade your sweetheart under the stars at 24/7 Al fresco with unchained melodies of the violin, in a private Cabana and personalized butler service. Or treat your doting darling to a four-course Aphrodisiac menu at The Grill Room. Go the bold way, and do it with panache with poolside pyar! Opt for our pre-booked champagne and roses stay package– complete with bubbly, blooms and butler. And, of course, with these we’ll pour out so much wine, you can bathe in it if you want! With such an ambience, gourmet foods, and boundless pampering, believe us- your loved one will be talking about “the wonder of you” for a long time to come!

Aaaannd, while you’re at it, do NOT forget to take that purrrfect Valentine selfie with your loved one and post it for all your friends to see and ‘like’… or well, feel a tiny bit envious!

We’ll tell you why. Because we at The Lalit want to make sure your special moments are winnings moments with our SpecialMoments@TheLalit #Allforlove #Valentine contest. So log in and upload on Instagram or Facebook or both with hashtags galore, a selfie that captures the essence of that special moment of your Valentine date at any of our properties! Tag us on Instagram #Trending #fun, and the three couples that gets the maximum likes will be announced #winners! The first two winners get dining vouchers from The Lalit. The runner-up gets Rs. 1,000 voucher of Pastry Shop at The Lalit.

#selfie #hurry #date #ValentinesDay #planyourdate #win #Allforlove!

If party is your poison, make the most of the Valentine weekend. Make it a lucky Friday the 13th and start off the Valentine party early with dance, DJ and your darling! The uber-chic Kitty Su welcomes and entertains you and your betrothed with style; with some crazee love potions and portions menu. Not to mention some crazeee partying to take your breath away! Kitty Su’s famous for mood changes, so suit yourself. Make the most of mood services that Kitty Su offers through the many different rooms, each set with a separate tone- the Common Room, Salon, The Dressing Room or The List. So, if you’re looking for some serious partnered moves, or just living it up being fabulously single and dance the night away, Kitty Su is the hippest party destination to land!

The Lalit Ashok Bangalore offers a Moonlight Dinner and even a Love Cage for starry-eyed lovers… An intimate dinner in the secluded setting of a private cabana by the poolside, with five course decadent meal, starry skies because “you say it best when you say nothing at all” …need we really say more? And to capture this memorable Valentine for posterity, we’ve even arranged for on-the-spot photograph, presented in an exclusive The Lalit Frame for you to carry home.

You really “can’t help falling in love” with our Romantic Rendezvous Valentine dinner. And if you want to linger longer, the Valentine Stay Package also entitles you and your precious to a couple treatment at Rejuve – The Spa. Now, that’s a wonderful opportunity with steam! Wink wink!

And at Sutra, get love stung as the spirit of love takes over…you can feel it in your fingers, you can feel it in your toes, love is all around you, so come on and let it show…

Get it buzzing; and make it a night to remember with mocktails, music and masti! Escape into a phantasmagoria of music; lose yourself in the arms of your special loved one for a terrific tender twosome…

A quintessential Valentine Date is never complete without sweets for your sweet. And we have just the thing. Rich red strawberries dipped in glistening ribbons of creamy smooth chocolate- so that you can savour the sweet, sour and tangy…much like relationships, don’t you think?

It comes with lavish buffet dinner at 24/7; accompanied by champagne, mocktails or wine, and our very own sparkling strawberry concoction on arrival. Wear your heart on your sleeve as you woo your Valentine with our four-course Prix Fixe Dinner at 24/7. Check out our bill of fare to accompany your billet-doux – after all, it is all about expressing love, isn’t it?

This year, forget the clichéd red rose and heart-shaped candy (though we’ll arrange for those, too if you wish). Do something different that will leave more than empty chocolate wrappers and wilting flowers in its wake. Cruise out on the waves on a couple Jet Ski ride; head out on the swelling waters of the Arabian with a ‘cosy twosome’ day under the sun. Sure to earn you brownie points for an original idea! The Couple Jet Ski ride is part of our 2 nights stay package that also includes romantic Valentine’s Dinner at Sirocco Restaurant and access to DJ Night at Veri Feni.